Dehydroepiandrosterone-d8

Dehydroepiandrosterone-d8 is an intermediate in the synthesis of Dehydroepiandrosterone-d5 which is the labeled analogue of Dehydro Epiandrosterone (D229585). Dehydro Epiandrosterone is a major secretory steroidal product of the adrenal gland; secretion progresively declines with aging. May have estrogen-or androgen-like effects depending on the hormonal milieu. Intracellularly converted to androstenedione. It is used in treatment of menopausal syndrome.

Molecular Formula:
C19H20D8O2

Solubility:
Dichloromethyl, Ethylacetate

Molecular Weight:
296.47000000000003

Storage and Stability:
Store at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.